Sltr-haris Type I physl fx upper end humer, unsp arm, init

This code signifies a Salter-Harris Type I fracture affecting the growth plate at the top of the humerus, the long bone of the upper arm. This type of fracture involves a separation of the epiphysis from the metaphysis through the growth plate, without bone involvement, and is considered a relatively stable injury. The "unspecified arm" indicates that laterality (left or right) was not documented.

Use this code for initial encounters involving a pediatric patient presenting with a closed Salter-Harris Type I fracture of the proximal humerus, where the specific arm affected is not documented in the medical record. This is typically seen in younger patients due to trauma to the shoulder region.

• Ensure the documentation clearly specifies a Salter-Harris Type I fracture of the proximal humerus.
• Only use this code when laterality (left or right arm) is not documented; otherwise, a more specific code should be chosen.
• Confirm this is the patient's initial encounter for this specific fracture. Subsequent encounters will require different seventh characters.